Hello, I'm

Shaharyar Babar

Software Engineer

8+ years building software

Software Engineer with a background in Space Science and GIS. I build web applications with Python, Go, and TypeScript. Currently at Gneffin, working on AI-powered tools and internal platforms.

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About

I started in Space Science—studying celestial mechanics and quantum systems—before specializing in GIS and Remote Sensing. That foundation shapes how I approach software: data-driven, spatially aware, and built to scale.

For the past 7+ years, I've worked across the full stack. At TPL Holdings, I led the data team and built QGIS plugins that cut processing time by 70%. At Gneffin, I architect internal platforms handling lead management, commission calculations, and AI-powered content processing.

I'm most interested in problems that combine geospatial data, automation, and practical engineering.

7+
Years Experience
70%
Time Saved
10+
Projects Shipped
5+
Technologies

Tech Stack

Technologies I work with daily to build scalable, performant applications.

Frontend

Next.js React Vue Astro TypeScript TailwindCSS

Backend

Python Go Django Fastify Flask Kafka WebSockets

Database & Storage

PostgreSQL PostGIS MongoDB Redis S3 ElasticSearch

Cloud & DevOps

AWS Vercel Digital Ocean Cloudflare Nginx

Mapping & GIS

QGIS ArcGIS Leaflet Mapbox Google Maps API

AI & Machine Learning

OpenAI API Gemini API AI Agents RAG Systems Langchain

Services & Auth

Stripe Clerk Supabase Firebase Resend

Projects

Selected work showcasing full-stack development, GIS solutions, and AI integrations.

Compoose screenshot

Compoose

Advanced writing application with AI integration, real-time collaboration, project management, and comprehensive export capabilities, demonstrating modern full-stack development practices.

Next.js 15 TipTap Yjs Hocuspocus +8
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Black History 360 Maps screenshot In Progress

Black History 360 Maps

An interactive historical mapping platform built with Next.js and Google Maps API that documents critical moments in American history, featuring searchable location-based data with rich historical context and responsive design for educational exploration.

Next.js 15 Tailwind CSS Google Maps API Supabase +2
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PLR Data Collection App screenshot

PLR Data Collection App

A React Native mobile app for geological field data collection featuring GPS location tracking, multimedia capture (photos/drawings/audio), offline SQLite storage, and customizable observation types for resource exploration projects.

Expo SQLite GPS API
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Experience

My professional journey across software development and geospatial engineering.

Software Engineer

Gneffin

Aug 2021 - Present

Building and maintaining internal tools and client-facing products. Currently focused on AI-powered content platforms and automation.

  • Internal Portal: Next.js 15 platform for lead management, performance tracking, commission calculations, and YouTube transcript processing with multi-language support
  • Compoose: Writing app with AI features, real-time collaboration, and flexible export options—in development
  • Language Learning Platform: Automated video processing system that extracts transcripts, translates content, and generates educational materials with audio and video overlays

Senior Software Developer

Logistiic (Gneffin subsidiary)

Jan 2024 - Present

Built a complete logistics platform for the China/Taiwan seller ecosystem. Delivered MVP before project was put on hold.

  • Shipment Quotations: Dynamic pricing system integrating with multiple carriers for FBA warehouses and custom addresses
  • Product Management: Product lifecycle system with approval workflows for cross-border sellers
  • Tracking & Payments: End-to-end shipment tracking with real-time updates and secure payment processing

Geospatial Engineer

Magma Systems

Jul 2020 - Nov 2020

Built automation tools for legacy geospatial data processing.

  • QGIS Plugin: Semi-automated digitization for legacy USA zoning maps using computer vision—reduced processing time by 70%
  • QA/QC Pipeline: Data validation system with automated error detection, achieving 99.9% accuracy

GIS Analyst

TPL Holdings (Pvt) Limited

Oct 2017 - Nov 2019

Led the data team, developed QGIS plugins and internal tools that improved spatial data workflows.

  • Error Tracking System: QGIS plugin for issue tracking and assignment management—reduced data quality problems by 85%
  • Record Audit System: Desktop app showing detailed timelines of spatial data changes for compliance tracking
  • Street Vision Platform: QGIS plugin combining GPS, video analysis, and AI-powered suggestions—improved digitization efficiency by 60%

Education

Master's in Geographic Information Science and Remote Sensing

National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)

2018-20

Advanced coursework in Hydrology, WebGIS, Advanced Remote Sensing, GIS, and Urban Development. Specialized in spatial data analysis and geospatial modeling applications.

Bachelor's Degree in Space Science

Institute of Space Technology (IST)

2013-17

Comprehensive curriculum including Astronomy, Astrophysics, Databases, Introduction to Programming, Space Law, Quantum Mechanics, and Space System Project Management. Built strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and computational methods.

Certifications

Build AI-Powered Apps with OpenAI and Node.js

Dec 2024 • Frontend Masters

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Build an AI Agent from Scratch

Dec 2024 • Frontend Masters

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Regression Analysis Using ArcGIS

Nov 2019 • Esri Certification

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Teaching with GIS: Field Data Collection

Nov 2019 • Esri Certification

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Exploring Spatial Patterns in Data

Oct 2019 • Esri Certification

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Get In Touch

Open to full-time positions, freelance projects, or technical consulting. Let's discuss how I can help with your next project.

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